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The Student Newspaper of DePaul University

The DePaulia

The Student Newspaper of DePaul University

The DePaulia

The Student Newspaper of DePaul University

The DePaulia

Among preventable causes of death, tobacco and nicotine related deaths far surpass that of drug overdose, car/traffic deaths and deaths by gun, including homicide, suicide, accidental shooting and undetermined cause.

Tobacco 21 bill rises from the ashes

Ella Lee, Print Managing Editor April 15, 2019

Governor J.B. Pritzker signed the Tobacco 21 bill Sunday, April 7, which raised the legal age to purchase tobacco products from 18 to 21 years old. As Tobacco 21’s most affected age group, some DePaul...

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A look back at Chicago’s most iconic mayors

Ella Lee, Print Managing Editor April 8, 2019

Chicago mayor-elect Lori Lightfoot’s landslide victory over long-time politician Toni Preckwinkle has been interpreted by many as a change to the way the city does politics. “They didn’t elect a...

Graphic by Annalisa Baranowski for the DePaulia

Survival Guide: Procrastination Edition

Cailey Gleeson and Marty O'Connell, Contributor Writers March 11, 2019

It’s that time of the quarter again—finals week at DePaul is just around the corner. As students prepare to take their exams, write their last papers and give their final presentations, procrastination...

Out with the old...and in with the new

Out with the old…and in with the new

Madi Garner March 4, 2019

When seeking out those in charge of emoji approval, not many would look to a group with a name as bland as “Unicode Consortium,” which is the name of the company ultimately responsible for deciding...

The air of success: How AirPods invaded the eardrums – and wallets – of consumers

The air of success: How AirPods invaded the eardrums – and wallets – of consumers

Luc Fougere February 25, 2019

There has been a new wave sweeping over young music listeners: Apple Airpods.  Airpods have been the subject of many internet memes which imply, jokingly, that by wearing a pair of AirPods, you’re...

What you need to know about the candidates for Chicago mayor

What you need to know about the candidates for Chicago mayor

Ella Lee and Julia Hale, Focus Editor and Contributing Writer February 18, 2019

Chicago’s mayoral race is a mere week away, and candidates have finally settled in on their positions. Given that there are 14 candidates still in the race, a runoff is expected. Though it’s unlikely...

Revved up: Here are three top picks from the 2019 Chicago Auto Show that will make you stop on a dime

Revved up: Here are three top picks from the 2019 Chicago Auto Show that will make you stop on a dime

Matthew Zaiff February 11, 2019

The Sensible Choice DePaul students are used to navigating an urban campus. A new offering from Honda promises to be the perfect city companion. The 2019 Honda HR-V is the latest compact SUV offering...

Brrrrroken records

Brrrrroken records

Kevin Donahue February 4, 2019

st time since 2015 that DePaul has closed the University due to extreme weather. Students had both Wednesday and Thursday off to enjoy as much Netflix as possible while trying to figure out which...

The Rambler Battalion in formation after running reconnaissance drills in Oz Park on Nov. 8. Weekly Leadership Labs allow the ROTC companies from the schools that comprise the Rambler Battalion –  Loyola University, Northeastern Illinois University, North Park University, Northwestern University and DePaul –  to come together as one.

Cadets on campus

Lacey Latch, Editor-in-Chief January 28, 2019

The sun rises over Chicago as over a hundred cadets in uniform stand at attention while the rest of the city sleeps. It’s 6:30 a.m. and the Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) is getting ready to...

Made in America?

Made in America?

Matthew Zaiff January 22, 2019

Americans spend the majority of their earnings on two main purchases: housing and transportation. Besides buying a home, the automobile you pick out will likely be the second largest financial decision...

Time’s up: Surviving R. Kelly” spurs sexual assault survivors to speak out

Time’s up: “Surviving R. Kelly” spurs sexual assault survivors to speak out

Julia Hale January 14, 2019

The first two episodes of the six-part docu-series “Surviving R. Kelly” premiered on Lifetime on Jan. 3. The third and fourth episodes aired the next day, and the series came to a close on the 5th....

Winter break bucket list: 9 things to check off your Chicago holiday bucket list

Winter break bucket list: 9 things to check off your Chicago holiday bucket list

Yamini Bangarusamy, Focus Editor November 12, 2018

The holiday season offers a great respite from studies for DePaul students. The nearly six-week break is relaxing to many, but a lot of students struggle to find activities to occupy their time if they...

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